![]() ![]() Although taurine is considered a conditionally essential nutrient for humans and is thought to play a key role in several human diseases, clinical studies evaluating the effects of taurine are limited. One of the active ingredients often mentioned as a candidate for interactions with caffeine is the beta-amino acid, taurine. Although the effects of caffeine excess have been widely studied, little information is available on potential interactions between the other active ingredients of energy drinks and caffeine. Most of the safety concerns have centered on the effect of energy drinks on cardiovascular and central nervous system function. However, accompanying the exponential growth in energy drink usage have been recent case reports and analyses from the National Poison Data System, raising questions regarding the safety of energy drinks. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your physician or 911 immediately.The major impetus behind the rise in energy drink popularity among adults is their ability to heighten mental alertness, improve physical performance and supply energy. By using this Site you agree to the following Terms and Conditions. We offer this Site AS IS and without any warranties. Never disregard the medical advice of your physician or health professional, or delay in seeking such advice, because of something you read on this Site. We disclaim all responsibility for the professional qualifications and licensing of, and services provided by, any physician or other health providers posting on or otherwise referred to on this Site and/or any Third Party Site. MedHelp is not a medical or healthcare provider and your use of this Site does not create a doctor / patient relationship. It is not intended to be and should not be interpreted as medical advice or a diagnosis of any health or fitness problem, condition or disease or a recommendation for a specific test, doctor, care provider, procedure, treatment plan, product, or course of action. The Content on this Site is presented in a summary fashion, and is intended to be used for educational and entertainment purposes only. Since both are amino acids, and are present in several natural sources for consumption, I consider both to be very safe. ![]() L-arginine (often used for increased blood flow for weight lifting/muscle building) has a few potential concerns for those who have experienced a heart attack, so as with any personal experimentation, starting with low dosage is probably prudent. ![]() FYI - I have not located anything regarding negative side effects with respect to Taurine, and in fact there are many additional health benefits. What works for one individual, may not work for us all, but it is always beneficial to share our opinions and experiences. ![]() It may be another "PVC myth", but I am willing to give it a shot!! If someone told me doing 100 jumping jacks cured their ectopic beats, I would be doing 500 per day!! LOL. I have just started taking low dosages of each, and will work up to the recommended daily om what I have read, people who have tried taurine and l-arginine supplements for PVC/PAC reduction reported improvement within an hour of consumption of the supplements. ![]()
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